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14 Discreet Chew Toys for Teens and Adults(Post)
Are you looking for safe, discreet outlets to chew on? Then you’ve come to the right place! ARK has been making chewies for over 20 years with a wide range of chewable necklaces, chewable pen/
Tips for Toothbrushing with Oral Defensiveness(Post)Oral defensiveness falls into two main categories: HYPOsensitivity and HYPERsensitivity. Individuals with hyposensitivities have low oral tone and very little awareness of what's going on inside t
How to Decrease Tongue Protrusion & Encourage Retraction(Post)Question: I have a 2 year old on my EI caseload, our program purchased a z-vibe kit for him. He is demonstrating some sensory aversion, drooling, and an open mouth posture with tongue protrusion. H
Calming a High Energy Sensory Seeker(Post)Question: We are currently working with my son on his out of control behavior mostly at school, but also at home. I've noticed he likes to run his hands over my arms, or through my hair. He'll
Feeding Issues from Reflux(Post)Question: I’m seeking help for our son. The short story is that my son was born at 25 weeks and was in the nicu for 3.5 months and has overcome many things. When he left the nicu he was always a
Sensory Diets for Adults: The Importance of Regulation for All Ages(Post)Why We Think Sensory = Kids When you hear the term “sensory diet” or even just “sensory,” most people think of kids. And it’s true. Kids often need more direct sensory support because they don’t yet h
Drooling - How to Target & Address the Causes(Post)Drooling is a normal process during infancy and toddler stages, as tooth eruption causes increased saliva production. This excess saliva can be difficult for the baby/toddler to manage, and so it
How to Develop a Rotary Chewing Pattern(Post)I recently completed a Clinical Swallow Evaluation and today a Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study of a 10 yr old boy's swallow (both revealed a safe swallow that is within normal limits) and observed
Oral Motor Straw Workout(Post)Below are directions for a Straw / Lip Blok program I've used with many of my kids over the years. I usually do this in conjunction with tongue thrust therapy when their swallowing pattern need
Why Chewing Matters: How Chew Tools Support Sensory Needs(Post)Chew tools may seem simple at first glance, but they pack a long list of benefits. For many people, they’re a simple way to self-regulate, focus, and cope with everyday stress and anxiety. For others,
Fun, Edible Oral Motor Exercises for Kids(Post)Incorporating yummy treats into your oral motor therapy sessions is a great way to spark interest and increase attention. As long as there are no food allergies, the following goodies will sweeten
How to Stop Chewing on Toys, Shirts, Pencils, Remotes, Etc.(Post)Do chewed up barbie hands or toy car tires sound familiar? Stretched out shirt collars? Is it hard to find a pencil or straw or bottle cap without bite marks on it? . You're not alone! Chewin
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